Field Mechanic - Fleet

Pike • Panama City, FL

9h

About The Position

The Field Mechanic works at various locations and may travel to another state depending on customer demands. The role is responsible for a regional fleet of 70–100 pieces of equipment, including managing equipment deployment across regions, cities, and states. The mechanic works on equipment ranging in size from cranes to chainsaws, troubleshooting and performing repairs and maintenance at job sites in varying weather conditions. The work may involve frequent proximity to energized high-voltage systems, requiring care and skill to protect the employee and others. The role also maintains company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order and performs other related duties as needed.

Pike provides construction, repair, and engineering services for electric and gas utilities and telecommunications companies, as well as turnkey renewable projects. The company describes its workplace as family-oriented and emphasizes safety, collaboration, innovation, and customer service.

Requirements

• Requires 1–5 years of experience.
• Experience or schooling in mechanics.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor and lift more than 50 pounds.
• Must have or be able to obtain a CDL license within 60 days of employment.
• Must have own general tools.
• Must be able to learn or perform work in hydraulics; diesel/gas engines and automatic systems; chassis and suspension; welding and metal fabrication; and small tool repair.
• Must know or be able to learn computer use for diagnostics, equipment inventory management, and work orders.
• Understand equipment setup and grounding.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice and work for extended periods in various locations when required.
• Able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Willing to work overtime when requested.
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and customer-oriented.
• Must follow company safety rules and other company policies.

Nice To Haves

• ASE certification.
• Ford or International certifications.
• Altec/Telelect experience or certifications.
• Hydraulic maintenance experience or certifications.
• Utility or construction job experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage 70–100 pieces of equipment per region.
• Manage equipment deployment across regions, cities, and states.
• Repair, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment at various locations and job sites.
• Work safely around energized high-voltage systems and in varied weather conditions.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
• Perform other related work as required to complete the job.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed